Had to get rid of him at some point. No doubt more people will die as a result of his death - but he had to go. Imprisoning him would have had even worst consequences as they could have just taken a couple of hostages and held us to ransom. I find it a bit strange that they've killed him and immediately chucked his body in the sea. I'm sure it was not done for any respectful reasons as Saddam Hussain didn't get that respect - neither did his sons who were killed and then had their photos put on the front pages of all the worlds newspapers. I think there is more to find out about what has gone on. Well done to the Yanks for finding him and killing him - don't think given the situation much more could have been done. This isn't really a positive or negative outcome IMO, more people will die - but it had to happen. I wonder if the soldier who killed him will get any of the ransom money? I doubt it!